Description
Marine wind sensor 05106 series – Reliable and accurate
The RM Young 05106 series marine wind sensor is an accurate and reliable wind sensor. The device is specifically designed for the rigors of the marine environment.
The wind speed sensor is a four-blade helicoid propeller. The unique transducer produces a pulse signal without electrical contacts or slip rings.
The wind direction sensor is a durable molded vane. The pitch angle is detected by a precision potentiometer housed in a sealed chamber.
All materials are carefully selected for corrosion resistance and maximum durability in the harsh marine environment. Ceramic bearings are used throughout. The instrument mounts to standard 1 inch pipe. Separate signal conditioning circuits are available to provide voltage or current signals when required. Each is supplied in a weatherproof junction box with mounting brackets.
Range:
- Wind speed: 0-100 m/s (224 mph)
- Azimuth: 360° mechanical, 355° electrical (5° open)
Accuracy:
- Wind speed: ± 0.3 m/s (0.6 mph) or 1% of reading
- Wind direction: ± 3 degrees
Threshold: * Propeller: 1.0 m/s (2.4 mph) Orbit: 1.0 m/s (2.4 mph)
Signal output:
- Wind speed: magnetically induced alternating current, 3 pulses per revolution. 1800 rpm (90 Hz) = 8.8 m/s (19.7 mph)
- Azimuth: analog DC voltage from conductive plastic potentiometer – resistance 10K Ω, linearity 0.25%, expected life – 50 million revolutions
Power requirements:
- Potentiometer excitation: maximum 15 VDC
Sensor cable:
- A 3 meter pigtail cable is provided for electrical connections.
- For longer cable lengths, a user-supplied junction box or connector can be used.
Dimensions:
- Overall Height: 37 cm (14.6”)
- Overall Length: 55 cm (21.7”)
- Propeller: 18 cm (7 in) diameter
- Mount: 34 mm (1.34 in) diameter (standard 1 inch pipe)
Weight:
- Sensor Weight: 1.0 kg (2.2 lbs)
- Shipping Weight: 2.3 kg (5 lbs)
MODEL 05603C, Wind Sensor Interface (0-5 VDC Outputs)
- Power Requirements: 8-24 VDC (5 mA @ 12 VDC)
- Operating Temperature: -50 to 60 °C
- Output Signals: 0-5.00 VDC full scale
MODEL 05631C, Wind Line Driver (4-20 mA Outputs)
- Power Requirements: 12-30 VDC (40 max. mA)
- Operating temperature: -50 to 60 ° C
- Output signals: 4-20 mA full scale
